Place the loaf flat on a cutting board and slice it in half to make two bowls as shown in the picture. Using your hands remove the breadcrumbs to carve a deep bowl. Set the breadcrumbs aside. Using a brush rub 1 tbsp of oil over the top and the bottom of the bowls and sprinkle with rosemary. Heat the oven to 200°C and bake the bread for about 10-15 minutes or until it becomes crisp and hard.

In the meantime, in a mixing bowl soak the breadcrumbs in a bit of water for 5 minutes. Then prepare the meatballs by adding the beef mince, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, parmesan and eggs. Mix and work the ingredients until they are well combined. Pinch a bit of dough and using the palm of your hands roll it into a small ball.

In a large saucepan, heat 2 tbsp of oil with a sliced or crushed garlic and chillies for about 3-5 minutes or until the garlic turns lightly golden. Add the tomato sauce and the meatballs. With the lid on, gently simmer for 15 minutes.

To each bowl of crispy bread add the meatballs and tomato sauce. The bowl will hold the sauce and serve as a plate for the meatballs, but don't forget to eat that too!

Enjoy!